Mark Hughes is battling to keep midfielder Mario Lemina at Southampton with Manchester City, Napoli and West Ham all interested.

The 24-year-old has caught the eye of all three clubs after a solid first season at St Mary’s. City see the Gabon international as a potential alternative to one of their first choices, £60million-rated Napoli star Jorginho.

Napoli intend to move for Lemina if they lose Jorginho while West Ham are prioritising fresh, younger legs in midfield and defence.

Hughes, meanwhile wants to sign Barcelona striker Paco Alcacer who is ready to move on after struggling for first-team chances with the Spanish giants.